Fast Facts

Acelero, Inc. is seeking a YoungStar Coach for the Southeastern region of Wisconsin to enhance early childhood education quality through coaching and professional development. This remote position requires in-person engagement within selected counties and aims to improve child and family outcomes based on research-driven strategies.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include promoting Wisconsin's YoungStar program, collecting data for improvement goals, providing coaching support, facilitating professional development, and ensuring compliance with project deliverables.

Skills: Candidates should possess strong coaching skills in early childhood education, data analysis capabilities, and experience in professional development delivery.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required; a master's degree is preferred, along with 5+ years of relevant experience and state-required certifications.

Location: This is a remote position based in the Southeastern region of Wisconsin, serving counties such as Waukesha, Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee, with travel required up to 50%.

Compensation: $59444 / Annually

YoungStar Coach (SE Wisconsin)

Are you a strategic individual with a passion for growth, innovation, and transforming the landscape of early childhood education? Acelero, Inc. is looking for a dynamic YoungStar Coach to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life.

Why Acelero?

Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. 

Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.

Your Role:

As a YoungStar Coach, you are responsible for providing key aspects of a professional development approach by supporting providers through a cohort-based and/or individual coaching and consultation program. The Coach provides differentiated and equitable support, both in-person and virtually, to programs who are seeking to improve quality and make progress towards their goals. You will coordinate closely with other staff, monitor reports

and trends coming from various data systems to ensure that support is well-targeted and effective. The Coach will provide quality support services to all program types, both enrolled and not enrolled in Wisconsin’s YoungStar program, as required by the State.

**This position is a remote position that works out of a home office and will serve in the Southeastern region of Wisconsin providing both in-person and virtual coaching and facilitation services to the following counties: Waukesha, Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee.**

What You’ll Do:

● Promote and support Wisconsin’s YoungStar program.

● Follow Shine and YoungStar protocols to ensure consistent regional/statewide quality and access to services.

● Work with assigned programs to collect and validate data and self-assessment results and to develop improvement goals and plans.

● Engage in a practice, observation, and reflection & feedback coaching cycle with providers.

● Provide tools/resources to support program planning and progress on identified goals.

● Achieve compliance with project deliverables in providing technical assistance (coaching and consultation) services.

● Utilize informal/virtual assessment activities that provide program information on classroom settings, teacher strengths, and areas of growth including teacher and child interactions, classroom instruction, and classroom management.

● Develop and facilitate small group learning environments, including peer-to-peer opportunities, and/or one-on-one coaching.

● Facilitate professional development which may include in-person and/or virtual learning opportunities.

● Complete technical ratings on programs and input data into the database for YoungStar rating; submit quarterly reporting information.

● Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or two credentials in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field. Master’s degree preferred. 5+ years of early care and education experience, with 3 + years of program leadership experience and/or 2+ years of coaching experience.
• Experience delivering professional development and coaching support (in-house within a childcare/early education program) or to other programs.
• Completion of all required state training and certifications.
• Experience delivering services in the Practice-Based Coaching model.
• Experience teaching or coaching in an ECE classroom/program setting.
• Recognized as a Master Trainer and/or Approved Consultant through the Wisconsin Registry’s Professional Development Approval System (PDAS).
• Experience working with a variety of ECE program types, including, at a minimum, both family and group child care, including out of school time.
• Experience developing, implementing, and/or participating in a Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) in a program and/or local, regional, or state level, YoungStar preferred.
• Background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 50% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

When/Where/How Much:

When: January 2026

Where: This position is a remote position that works out of a home office and will serve in the Southeastern region of Wisconsin providing both in-person and virtual coaching and facilitation services to the following counties: Waukesha, Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee. Travel up to 50%

How Much: this positions pays up to $59,444 annually

Application closing date: January 5, 2026

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families
• A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being
• Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support
• Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks

If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join our team. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.